Winter 2012

From the Editor:

Romance is in the air this issue and we’ve indulged our ongoing obsession with vintage elegance, traditional touches and all things darling in a dedicated feature (p.137). Dip in for a fix of wedding gorgeousness.

We also channelled that feeling you get when you walk into a room full of beautiful blooms. ‘Uplifted’ is one word for it. The perfect petals can really take a celebration to a new level and our creative fl oral designers share the season’s most coveted trends and styles on page 83. When we’re not poring over peonies, swooning over gowns and jewels or checking out cool reception venues, at QB we love planning our dream honeymoons. And this issue the Thailand and Bali packages in our Honeymoon Heaven feature alone had us drafting a new wish list. Check it out on page 195. Finally, I thought I’d share a few behind-the-scenes images from our winter features, including our dishy groom’s shoot (p. 55) where we were lucky enough to photograph inside one of Kangaroo Point’s luxe Scott Street apartments. Furnished by Deka Design it is seriously stylish. Browse more online at queenslandbrides.com.au where you can also keep up to date with the latest in bridal land. See you there!

CONTENTS
Regulars
12 From the Web Mistress/strong>
All the online goss in our new regular column

63 Bridal Buzz/strong>
What’s new in bridal land

67 Family Matters/strong>
Our wedding photographers share their favourite transport shots

77 Wedding Essentials/strong>
Find your finishing touches: flowers, jewels, transport, styling and more

113 Receptions & Ceremonies/strong>
A comprehensive Queensland guide to ceremony and reception venues and locations including real life perfect days

153 Fancy That!/strong>
Objects of bridal desire

162 Real Life Style/strong>
Grab some ideas from our stylish Queensland couples

169 Gold Coast & Hinterland/strong>
Venues, local wedding experts and more – find everything you’ll need to plan a gorgeous GC celebration

WINTER STORIES
52 A Few Best Men
Steal ideas from some of our most stylish grooms

55 Get Him to the Church on Time
Fashion for him (and his mum)

61 A Break with Tradition?
Which traditions will your groom keep?

78 You’re a Gem
Glittering inspiration

83 Flower Power
Floral designers share the styles and secrets of the season

94 Go your own Way ...
Transport to match your theme + a handy timeline

98 Healthy Bride
Real world advice for a glowing complexion and boundless energy

137 Return to Romance
Fall in love with traditional elegance, country charms, rustic details and vintage traditions

151 Bon Voyage
Our Art Director shares her journey as she prepares to say ‘I do’

155 Bride’s Best Advice
Wise words from our Real Life Brides

160 Winter Wonderful
Sophisticated styling ideas for an historic setting

195 Honeymoon Heaven
Dreamy destinations for two + hot packages to Thailand & Bali